To open a new utility account, come to City Hall, located at 154 South Eighth Street in Grover Beach to complete and sign an application form for water service. If you are unable to sign the form in the presence of a City staff member, you must complete the form and have your signature notarized.

Yes! Just click on "Online Payments" to learn more about this convenient payment option. Please note, credit card payments will also incur a convenience fee. There are other payment options that do not incur an additional fee that are more fully described when you view the "Frequently Asked Questions" section regarding Online Payments. Online Payments

City Council elections are held in November of even-numbered years, and the nomination period for candidates typically begins in mid-July.To be eligible for a seat on the City Council, a candidate must live in Grover Beach, be at least 18 years of age, and a registered voter of the City. Please contact the City Clerk to schedule an appointment during regular business hours to discuss the required nomination papers and candidate forms: City Clerk's Office

Voter registration forms are available at City Hall, the U.S. Post Office, some local libraries, as well as online through the Secretary of State's Office. If you have moved to a new permanent residence, changed your name, or changed your political party choice, you must re-register. Please see San Luis Obispo County Clerk-Recorder (Elections Division) for additional information regarding Vote-By-Mail. Voter Registration - Online Application

Projects that involve remodeling, adding, or removing square footage; signs; or any work that involves electrical, plumbing, or mechanical equipment requires you to obtain a permit. For more details, please contact the Community Development Department at (805) 473-4520.

Fences six feet or less in height do not require a permit. However, they must meet the requirements of Grover Beach Development Code Section 3.10.020. Solid fences located within a front setback may not exceed three feet in height. A fence or wall up to six feet in height is allowed within a front setback when the portion above three feet is 90% open and light emitting (e.g., wrought iron). Please contact the Community Development Department at (805) 473-4520 if you have any questions or have a corner lot and need to determine which frontage is defined as the front.

Applications for Short-Term Rental (STR) Permits for legal dwellings are accepted for review and processing, on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications must be submitted online. Applications will not be accepted at City Hall or via U.S. Mail. The required submission information and the permit process will differ depending if you will be operating an "owner-occupied" or "non-owner occupied" short-term rental. Prior to submitting for a STR permit, please review our Administrative Rules.

A shed that is 120 square feet or less, that does not have electrical, mechanical, or plumbing, does not require a Building Permit and is not required to meet the minimum setback requirements per Grover Beach Development Code Section 3.10.070.B.2.c

The Building Permit Fees for a typical single family residence range from $25,000 to $30,000, depending on the size. This includes plan check fees, inspection fees, and development impact fees. However, fees can vary, so please contact the Community Development Department for fees based on a specific project scope of work. An example of the typical City fees for an 1,800 square foot residence with a 500 square foot garage and 300 square feet of patio are available here.

Fences six feet or less in height do not require a permit. However, they must meet the requirements of Grover Beach Development Code Section 3.10.020. Solid fences located within a front setback may not exceed three feet in height. A fence or wall up to six feet in height is allowed within a front setback when the portion above three feet is 90% open and light emitting (e.g., wrought iron). Please contact the Community Development Department at (805) 473-4520 if you have any questions or have a corner lot and need to determine which frontage is defined as the front.

The Grover Beach Parks and Recreation Department now offers online registrations for classes, special events, and facility reservations and will accept credit card payments. The City is partnering with ActiveNet to provide you the service to register from the convenience of your home computer. Online Registration

The City has guidelines to assist in determining whether an event requires a Special Event Permit (ie, for private parties planning a gathering or activity to be attended by 100 or more people requiring public resources beyond the normal pattern of traffic and travel or general calls for service). For more information, please see - Special Events Permit Application Guidelines

The Grover Beach Municipal Code regulates specific locations where solicitation (panhandling) is not allowed. These regulations promote the safe and orderly flow of traffic and prevent the harassment and intimidation of citizens and visitors. No person may solicit or beg for any monies, goods or services, including offering any services in exchange for monies, goods or services in specific areas. For more information, please see our - Reference Guide: Laws on Aggressive Panhandling

The discharge period for “Safe and Sane” fireworks in Grover Beach is from Noon on July 3, 2018 until Midnight (early morning hours) on July 5, 2018. Residents can report firework violation to the Grover Beach Police Department non-emergency dispatch number (805) 473-4511. Fireworks Safety Facts

Parking citations may be paid either: 1) by mailing a check or money order within 21 days to: City of Grover Beach, c/o Parking Citation Service Center, P.O. Box 11923, Santa Ana, CA 92711 (please write the citation number on your check or money order); or 2) online by credit card: you can now access information over the Internet about issued parking citations, payment information, and the status of contested or issued citations; or 3) by calling: 1-888-919-5527.Online Payment Program - Parking Citations

If this is an emergency, please dial 9-1-1. If you have been a victim of a crime, please contact our dispatch center at (805) 473-4511 and request to speak with an officer. You may also file a police report in person at 711 Rockaway Avenue.

The Police Department is always looking for people who want to volunteer within their community. For more information, please review the volunteer opportunities page or contact the Police Department at (805) 473-4510. Volunteer Opportunities

Please contact the Public Works Department to report a needed street repair by either calling the Department at (805) 473-4520, sending the Department an email, or completing a Request for City Services form. (Please see: Street Pothole Program)

Before you perform any construction or maintenance work in the public right of way, you must have a valid encroachment permit issued by the Public Works Department. Please note, this application is not complete until all required attachments are received. Encroachment Permit Application

The City will remove graffiti from walls or surfaces that are publicly visible on either private property or public property. View details on how to use the City's Graffiti Removal Program on the following page: Graffiti Abatement Program

Yes, the City provides empty sandbags and sand at the sandbag fill station in advance of major storm events. The fill station is located in the front of the Public Works Corporation Yard at 1150 Farroll Road, Grover Beach. View more details on the following page. Sandbags Fill Station Program

The City provides street sweeping services several times each month. In order to sweep the areas in front of your property, all vehicles and trash receptacles must be removed from the street prior to the starting date / time on the following: Street Sweeping Schedule

Water from rain and human activities either seeps into the ground or “runs off” to lower areas, making its way into local streams or the ocean. On its way, runoff water can pick up and carry many substances that pollute water. Some pollutants (pesticides, fertilizers, oil, and soap) are harmful in any quantity. Other pollutants (sediment from construction, pet waste, grass clippings, and leaves) can harm our streams and ocean. You can help, please see: "Simple Pollution Solutions"

Blowing or leaving grass clippings and other landscape debris in the street during yard maintenance doesn't just look bad, it's illegal! The act of using a leaf blower isn't a violation; however, the act of blowing yard trimmings and similar material onto the street or leaving them on the street is considered a Municipal Code violation. Fines can run as high as $500. For more information, please see: "Don't Blow It Into the Street"